Pallet truck cart transportation device
US10053125B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 26, 2017 |
| Grant date | Aug 21, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 26, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65D2519/00815
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A cart transportation assembly includes a frame including at least one upright and a top rail supported by the upright(s). The top rail includes a main body portion, an actuation rod, and at least one cart latch coupled to the actuation rod. The actuation rod is movable relative to the main body portion to transition the cart latch(es) between release and restrain positions. A platform provides structural support for the frame and includes a deck for supporting at least one cart. The cart latch(es), when in the release position, is/are adapted to allow movement of the at least one cart on the deck of the platform. The cart latch(es), when in the restrain position, is/are adapted to restrain movement of the at least one cart on the deck of the platform by pulling the at least one cart towards and against or in close proximity to the frame.
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